Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
vellea
ID:
1035718

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) Tod.

Source:
tro

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Giorn. Sci. Nat. Econ. Palermo 1: 220 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035056



Common Names

  • Cosentinia vellea
  • Vellea Cosentinia
  • Cosentinia's Vellea


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Description

Cosentinia vellea (also called Vellea Cosentinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, rocky habitats. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Cosentinia vellea is a species of shrub that is native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cosentinia vellea sub. bivalens (Reichstein) Rivas Mart. & Salvo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosentinia vellea has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosentinia vellea is a tropical fern that is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a greenhouse or terrarium.

Where to Find Cosentinia vellea

Cosentinia vellea is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas.

Species in the Cosentinia genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
Agostino Todaro (1818-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tod.' in the authors string.